The county manager is hired by the County Commissioners to carry out policies and serve as the chief administrative officer of county government.

The county manager's mission is to manage and coordinate all county government operations and other activities as specified by federal, state and local law, and as directed by the Board of County Commissioners in order to provide innovative, effective and fiscally responsible services to the people of Bernalillo County.

Bernalillo County has four divisions, 25 departments and approximately 2,600 employees. Jobs range from heavy equipment operators in Public Works to office workers, from firefighters and paramedics to recreation specialists.